expression, adverb
without a single word; without the slightest response
Always used with a negative predicate (e.g., 言わない, 返事がない). Emphasizes complete silence or lack of reaction.
彼はうんともすんとも言わなかった。
He didn't say a single word.
メールを送ったが、うんともすんとも返事がない。
I sent an email, but there's been no response at all.